During our investigation, Serena reveals details about what the British Empire looked like and what it meant to be a British subject on the eve of the American Revolution; British trade networks and imperial trade restrictions; And information about the British imperial economy and how ordinary people participated in that economy before the outbreak of Revolution.

Time Warp Question

In your opinion, what might have happened if the British had spent less time at war during the 18th century? What do you think it’s economy would have looked like and do you think the American Revolution could have been avoided?